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Composition :

CALCITRIOL-0.25MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Chemo Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule

Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called ‘vitamin D metabolites’ primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.

Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule contains Calcitriol (Vitamin D3); it is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It is an essential nutrient to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency with hypoparathyroidism (the parathyroid gland's decreased activity) and metabolic bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the intestine.

Take Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule can cause side effects like constipation or stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, weakness, tiredness, fast or pounding heartbeat, bone/muscle pain, and headache. Most of these side effects of Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule . Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule may pass into the breast milk, hence breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule . Do not take Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Inform your doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance.

Uses of Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule

Osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) Osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones) Hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone) Latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels)

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Key Benefits

Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before taking Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule , inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis due to kidney problems and have a stent in the heart. Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule may alter calcium levels, so it is recommended to regularly monitor calcium levels in the blood and urine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice fever, increased thirst and urination, dehydration, bedwetting, constipation, and stomach pain, as they may sign very high levels of calcium in your blood. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule . Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule may pass into the breast milk, hence breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule . Do not take Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables daily.
  • Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables, and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
  • Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

Side Effects of Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule

  • Hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Feeling sick
  • Being sick
  • Headache and feeling sluggish
  • Drowsy or weak
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Rash

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[MULTIMINERALS]

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Special Advise

  • Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule is not indicated in patients with or with a history of kidney stones, as it may increase the chance of kidney stone formation. Consult your doctor for further advice.
  • Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of calcium levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens and brittle bones by decreasing bone density. As bones become less dense, they weaken and are more likely to break. Breaking a bone is a serious complication of osteoporosis, especially with older patients. Women are much more likely to develop osteoporosis than are men. Signs and symptoms include back pain caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra, loss of height over time, a stooped posture, a bone that breaks much more quickly than expected.

Osteomalacia/Rickets: A bone disease caused by softening and weakening bones in children due to inadequate vitamin D. Adults can experience a similar condition known as osteomalacia. It causes bone pain, poor growth, and soft, weak bones that can lead to bone deformities.

Tetany: A disease condition due to low calcium levels (hypocalcemia) in the body causes cramps and spasms in the hands, feet, and larynx (voice box).

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption, hence it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

During pregnancy, use higher doses of Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule than the daily dietary allowance only when advised by the doctor. Calcitriol in higher doses may harm the fetus. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before taking Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule if you are breastfeeding. Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule can pass into the breast milk. If Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule may not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule . Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

It is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Calcitriol in Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule increases inorganic phosphate levels in serum, hence caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Neftrol 0.25Mcg Softgel Capsule should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by a doctor.

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